Conspiracy theories, werewolf scares, and protest rallies have hampered the peace process in America, where social and political unrest keep most Amaranthine from declaring themselves. Those not in seclusion rely heavily on illusion to mask their true nature.
As the newly appointed principal of a small elementary school, Tamiko Reaverson is doing her part for world peace. She rallies her community's support and applies for Hisoka Twineshaft's school revitalization project, which will bring Amaranthine to her hometown. Little does Tami realize that Fletching was founded by one of the oldest and largest urban enclaves in the United States. And two of her staunchest supporters—janitors at her school—share a secret neither wants exposed.
From Goodreads:
This summer is his last chance to win his first love.
Wardenclave has always been a place of secrets and sway. For most of the year, the remote mountain village is closed off from the rest of the world, but each spring, they issue invitations to the most promising young reavers all over the world. Summer skill camps provide opportunities for the elite to train with the best. And by longstanding tradition, for teens of the In-between to evaluate the compatibility of their peers. Glint Starmark's reputation as a matchmaker has been holding true for millennia.
At seventeen, Mikoto Reaver is the youngest headman in Wardenclave's history. He's had very little time to adjust to his new role before their close-knit community opens its doors to children of pedigree, the specialists who will mentor them, an allotment of battlers, and a celebrity or two. Glint means well, but Mikoto won't commit until he can speak to the only girl he's ever loved. There's just something about her.
My first review of Tamiko and the Two Janitors
My Review:
I loved reading these books. I read and loved Tamiko when it came out, but that was over a year ago and I find with her writing, that it takes at least two times reading a book before I catch all the details. Though this reread was a while since I first read it, so I don't think I picked up on as many details as I could've.
Speaking of, a part of the reason that these books are so dense, is a mic of how many characters there are, and how rich the culture is. Well, and also the way that it's written. And the way I read, well, I read really quickly, and sometimes I miss words, so a reread of this series helps me to better understand what the heck is going on.
For Mikoto and the Reaver Village, I was almost totally confused. We follow so many characters, jump around a lot, and the title character had one of the smallest storylines in the book. I do wish his story had more screen time without taking away from the other characters, but this was already a chunk of a book. Bah! And his love interest was new addition to the world and the world building, and it would've been great to learn more about her, and see their relationship with just them, not with an intermediary (that he didn't even know about!)
We did get to see some familiar faces, like Tenma, as well as a few new ones, like Lilya, another Ward sister, and Glint. I really enjoyed exploring the Reaver Village, right after Tamiko, because of Tamkio's tree twin, because of Waaseyaa. This book really was a slice of life, with a lot going on, and I can't wait to see how the developments in this book affect the world in future books!
These books were just fantastic reads, and I can't wait to continue this series and this world!
Author: Forthright
Series: Amaranthine Saga #3, 4
First Read: July 24th, 2019
Read: October 1st, 1st, 2020
Source: Ebook.bike
Reason Why: I love this series so much, so I had to reread book 3! And they're Prequel & Sequel Challenge 2020 Books!
Publisher: Twinkle Press
Published: July 22nd 2019, September 22nd 2020
Tamiko and the Two Janitors:
Mikoto and the Reaver Village:
Author: Forthright
Series: Amaranthine Saga #3, 4
First Read: July 24th, 2019
Read: October 1st, 1st, 2020
Source: Ebook.bike
Reason Why: I love this series so much, so I had to reread book 3! And they're Prequel & Sequel Challenge 2020 Books!
Publisher: Twinkle Press
Published: July 22nd 2019, September 22nd 2020
Tamiko and the Two Janitors:
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| 5/5 Hearts |
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| 5/5 Books |
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| 5/5 Stars |
Mikoto and the Reaver Village:
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| 5/5 Hearts |
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| 5/5 Books |
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| 5/5 Stars |
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